Dr. Michael O'Donnell, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Mohs Surgery


Lackawanna Valley Dermatology Associates
327 North Washington Avenue, Suite 200
Scranton, Pennsylvania 18503
For an appointment, call (570) 961-5522
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Michael O'Donnell, MD

Mohs surgery for the treatment of skin cancer.

About Dr. Michael O'Donnell, MD

Michael O'Donnell, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon providing care to patients in the Lackawanna Valley Dermatology Associates.

Dr. O'Donnell specializes in the treatment of skin cancer through the use of Mohs Micrographic Surgery.

Dr. Michael O'Donnell is Assistant Clinical Professor in the Dept. of Medicine at the Commonwealth Medical College and serves as Preceptor in the Scranton Temple Residency Program.

Patient Education Resources

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Education & Training

  • Undergraduate: Saint Joseph’s University, B.S. (Magna Cum Laude) Biology
  • Medical School: Thomas Jefferson Medical College, M.D.(Alpha Omega Alpha)
  • Family Practice Internship: Naval Hospital, Jacksonville, Florida
  • Dermatology Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
  • Fellowship in Dermatologic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
  • Military - Flight Surgery: Naval Aerospace Medical Institute, Pensacola

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